Bird strike incident involving Boeing 737-800 at Warsaw Modlin Airport

Casualties unknown • EPMO, PL

A Boeing 737-800 crew reported a potential bird strike following landing at EPMO, which was subsequently confirmed by inspections.

What happened

On September 30, 2016, a crew operating a Boeing 737-800 reported a potential bird strike to air traffic control after completing their landing at Warsaw Modlin Airport (EPMO). Following the report, airport personnel conducted an inspection of the runway area.

The investigation

During the runway inspection, investigators located bird remains on the airfield. A subsequent physical examination of the aircraft revealed evidence of a collision with two birds.

Findings

The investigation established that the incident was caused by the presence of birds on the path of the landing aircraft.

Probable cause

The presence of birds on the approach/landing path of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2016-09-30 BOEING, 737-800 accident near EPMO, PL?

A Boeing 737-800 crew reported a potential bird strike following landing at EPMO, which was subsequently confirmed by inspections.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2016-09-30 involved a BOEING, 737-800, at EPMO, PL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The presence of birds on the approach/landing path of the aircraft.

Investigation report by the Polish State Commission on Aircraft Accidents Investigation (PKBWL). Original record: https://pkbwl.gov.pl/raporty/2016-2591/. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the Panstwowa Komisja Badania Wypadkow Lotniczych (PKBWL), Poland.

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